Reading 1984 in 2017

Picture I had never read 1984 before this week. I felt like I had, which is at least part of the reason why I’m slow to pick up many classic novels. 1984’s influences are far-reaching. We know what it means when a government plan is called ‘Orwellian’ and we know to be fearful. And the 1984 ideas are seen all the time in pop culture, from Terry Gilliam’s Brazil to more mainstream titles like V for Vendetta and The Hunger Games. So yes, I felt like I knew the book well before ever opening it. But eve...
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Published on May 07, 2017 21:43
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